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2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.1L Diesel · X17 MAB

X17 MAB

2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 49,940 miles. MOT valid until 05 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Year / Origin
2014 · Export Allocation
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
49,940 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2014
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent test on 1 December 2025 at 49,940 miles showing a pattern of consumable wear. While the car passed its inspection, the tester flagged several advisories regarding thinning brake pads on both the front and rear axles, along with pitted or scored rear brake discs. This indicates a recurring trend of braking component degradation that has been present in almost every test since 2020. The mileage history shows a very low usage pattern for a 2014 model, averaging roughly 4,162 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental increases, such as the 2,863-mile rise between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has spent significant time stationary, which can sometimes lead to uneven tyre wear or component stiction, though the record does not show any major structural failures or sudden spikes in distance travelled. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system. The continuous advisories for thinning pads and scored rear discs from 2023 through to late 2025 suggest that while the car is being kept roadworthy, the owner may be delaying more comprehensive brake servicing. Replacing the pads and discs entirely would likely be necessary to resolve the pitted surfaces noted in the latest report. The tyre history shows intermittent neglect, specifically the 2020 failure involving a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre and a deep cut in the nearside rear. Although the 2025 report notes an offside front inner tyre worn close to the legal limit, the overall pattern suggests that tyre maintenance is reactive rather than proactive. Checking the remaining tyre tread depths and looking for sidewall damage or uneven wear patterns caused by low usage is advisable.
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X17 MAB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
  • 49,940 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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X17 MAB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 06:48
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Mercedes-Benz Slk (X17 MAB) between November 2021 and December 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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X17 MAB Mileage History

  1. 24/11/202141,690 mi
  2. 25/11/202242,896 mi+1,206 mi
  3. 29/11/202345,259 mi+2,363 mi
  4. 06/12/202447,083 mi+1,824 mi
  5. 01/12/202549,940 mi+2,857 mi

Average of roughly 2,053 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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